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Toronto FC shifts attention to Campeones Cup

The Star | September 18, 2018

Related Topics: Campeones Cup, Toronto FC, BMO Field, MLS Cup Playoffs, Jonathan Osorio, New York Red Bulls, Jozy Altidore, Attention, Greg Vanney, Tigres UANL

Toronto FC said all the right things Tuesday in the buildup to the inaugural Campeones Cup.

A midweek one-off game with Mexican champion Tigres UANL in the midst of a desperate chase to make the MLS playoffs is hardly a welcome addition to TFC’s already crowded calendar.

Toronto FC coach Greg Vanney, left, midfielder Jonathan Osorio, centre, and striker Jozy Altidore hold up the Campeones Cup scarf ahead of Wednesday's meeting with Mexico's Tigres UANL at BMO Field.
Toronto FC coach Greg Vanney, left, midfielder Jonathan Osorio, centre, and striker Jozy Altidore hold up the Campeones Cup scarf ahead of Wednesday's meeting with Mexico's Tigres UANL at BMO Field.

But a trophy and the chance at $340,000 (U.S.) in prize money helps elevate Wednesday’s meeting at BMO Field for the MLS champions.

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